TagNoise Mitigation(53)

A legislative proposal by Rep. Adam Smith (WA-09) that would allow the FAA to waive regulations preventing airports from using federal AIP funds to repair or replace defective sound insulation in homes. The bill addresses problems with early noise mitigation programs from the 1980s and 1990s that used poor quality materials or improper installation.

A Vianair project update presentation to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Land Use Policy Committee regarding the DCA South of Airport Aircraft Noise and Mitigation Study. The study addresses changes in flight paths after the Metroplex implementation that resulted in increased overflights of residential areas south of Reagan National Airport, with objectives to reduce

Meeting summary covering the Aviation Near-term Noise Action Agenda, Late Night Noise Limitation Program updates, and discussions about expanding monitoring hours. The group decided not to extend the program to include 11 PM-midnight due to minimal potential impact despite increased operations.

Detailed notes prepared by former BFI Noise Officer Sharyn Parker for a General Accounting Office (GAO) interview covering factors contributing to public aviation noise perceptions, FAA’s evaluation and mitigation of noise impacts from performance-based navigation changes, and FAA’s public outreach practices. Includes specific criticisms of Sea-Tac’s Part 150 studies and regulatory oversight issues.

A memorandum of understanding between Prince George’s County, Fairfax County, and the City of Alexandria to jointly procure contractor services for an aircraft noise mitigation study. The agreement establishes a framework for working with MWAA and FAA to address aircraft noise impacts on communities near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.